DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 400 degrees

Heat oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent. Add garlic and spices and continue to sauté to toast and develop flavor. About 2 minutes. Add chipotles, wine, stock, and chocolate. Simmer for 10 minutes. Strain and purée until smooth.

Sear chicken in a heavy bottomed hot sauté pan over medium heat until browned on all sides. Add to baking or casserole dish cover with sauce and braise in the oven for 45 minutes.